His Day Is Done: A Nelson Mandela Tribute

Maya Angelou delivers a poignant tribute to Nelson Mandela, celebrating his legacy as a champion of peace and forgiveness. Through heartfelt prose, she reflects on Mandela's courageous spirit, particularly his remarkable act of inviting his former captors to his presidential inauguration just four years after his release. This work serves as both a comfort during a time of mourning and a reminder of Mandela's triumphs and the joy he inspired in others. Angelou emphasizes his extraordinary capacity for forgiveness, making this tribute a profound gift to the world.